Meaker, who plies his trade for Surrey county, was called in at the last minute as a cover for injured Steve Finn.
With Stuart Broad also nursing a heel injury, his playing chances brightened. But, it depended on his performance against Haryana, a side that had last week got a hammering at the hands of Vidarbha.
Meaker said the wicket offered no, seam, bounce or spin.
"The wicket is flat. But, I have done no harm to my chances to get into the playing eleven by picking up three wickets. India is always a tough environment to bowl in," Meaker said after day's play.
Surprised with the call as replacement for Finn, Meaker said, "This is a great chance for me. Personally, if I perform here, it bodes well for my future. Whenever I get a chance, I try to impress through my performance."
The 23-year-old said he has always looked at the long-term picture rather than focusing on short-term goals. More